In partnership with AT&T and WGU Advancement, WGU Ohio is pleased to offer the WGU Ohio Night Owl Scholarship to assist current students with the unforeseen financial struggles presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. This scholarship offers students $1,000 that can be used for tuition, fees, and instructional materials to allow them to continue their course of study.
Students are eligible to apply if they encounter any of the following financial emergencies:
- Loss of job, reduction in work hours
- Urgent care/emergency room visits that are not covered by insurance
- Co-pays and deductibles that are burdensome
- Housing eviction
- Food insecurity
Scholarship details:
Scholarship valued at
$1,000
The full amount of this scholarship will be credited to your account and can be used for tuition, fees and materials.
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Deadline for application:
12/31/20
This scholarship is available to CURRENT students. To apply, complete the scholarship application available on the Scholarship Portal.
Other scholarships available:
20+
This scholarship is one of many. Through the generosity of numerous corporations and foundations, plus special federal government appropriations, WGU maintains a robust program of scholarships made available to qualified students.
Eligibility requirements.
To be eligible for this scholarship, a student must:
- Be a resident of the state of Ohio.
- Submit an essay describing how COVID-19 has affected them and their educational journey.
- Complete a scholarship application.
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. (FAFSA).
- Be admitted a current WGU Ohio student.
Degrees and programs eligible for this scholarship
Bachelor's and master's degree programs:
WGU Teachers College
College of Business
College of Information Technology
College of Health Professions
Scholarship policies
Multiple scholarships will be awarded. However, this is a competitive program and scholarships will be awarded based on a candidate’s academic record, financial need, readiness for online study at WGU, and current competency, plus other considerations.
Before monies are distributed, the scholarship recipients must read the WGU Student Handbook and agree to and understand the academic progress, tuition, and refund policies. The student will also be required to agree to the WGU Scholarship Terms and Conditions before monies will be awarded. The student must also meet the university’s On Time Progress requirements to maintain scholarship eligibility. Each student can only be awarded one scholarship that is funded or administered through WGU during their degree program.
This scholarship can be used in addition to any tuition discounts for which you may be eligible.
Common Questions About Scholarships
How do you select scholarship recipients?
It depends upon the scholarship. In general, we award scholarships based on the following factors:
- Meeting the basic eligibility requirements
- Answers you give on the scholarship application
- An interview with a scholarship counselor
Some scholarships are also based upon evaluations of prior college transcripts and other tests. We encourage you to apply.
When will I find out if I’m selected?
WGU evaluates scholarship applications on a continual basis because we start new students in their programs every month. Often we are able to make an award decision within 8–10 weeks of receiving your application. In most cases, you will also need to have applied for admission and been accepted to the university. An Enrollment Counselor can help explain the process.
Do I get the scholarship all at once?
No. Scholarship awards are divided into a set amount per term. This amount is credited against your tuition due for each term. The details are explained in the description for each scholarship.
Can I also apply for financial aid?
Yes. You probably should apply for federal financial aid, too. Scholarship awards will only cover a portion of your school expenses, and financial aid can help pay for the rest. You can apply for financial aid while you are waiting for a decision about your scholarship application. It will not hurt your chances to win a scholarship. Click here to learn more about or apply for financial aid.
Thank you to our donors.
Scholarship opportunities are made possible in part by the generous support of many companies, foundations, partner organizations, and individuals, including WGU alumni, faculty, and staff.
Financial Aid Is Also Available
You may choose to pay for the remaining portion of your degree through federal financial aid (subject to your eligibility). Pell Grants, which do not have to be repaid, are granted based on financial need. Federal Direct Student Loans are available to all students. Subsidized loans, which are dependent on financial need, reduce the interest due on loans.
